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Architect and Home Design in East Nashville, TN

Architecture, additions, infill homes and renovation design for East Nashville bungalows, cottages and creative commercial spaces.

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East Nashville is known for craftsman bungalows, cottages and a lively mix of shops and restaurants in Lockeland Springs, Edgefield, Inglewood, Five Points and Riverside Village. Owners want to keep the charm and gain room for modern life.

Homes and buildings we typically see in East Nashville

Small lots and neighborhood overlays shape projects here. Rear additions, second stories, detached garages and accessory dwellings are common, and each must respect height, setbacks and the look of the street. Restaurants and shops need layouts that work for service and guests.

What East Nashville owners ask for

A call might be for a bungalow that needs another bedroom or a corner building ready for a new tenant.

How we work with East Nashville projects

We start by learning what the rules allow, then design the best version of what you want. We begin with a Free Estimate, look at your property and your goals and write a clear scope, so you know exactly what the design work includes before drawings begin.

Every Music City Architect project starts with a conversation and a careful look: the property, the building and the way you use the space. You get a written estimate, a clear schedule and one contact for questions, and we keep drawings and decisions clear from start to finish.

Local notes for East Nashville

  • Overlays and setbacks often decide how an addition can be shaped.
  • Detached garages and accessory units add space on small lots.
  • Restaurants and shops need clear flow for guests and staff.
Who we help in East Nashville

Three kinds of projects, one accountable team.

Bungalows and cottagesRear additions, second stories and kitchen redesigns.
Infill and accessory unitsNew homes and backyard cottages that fit small lots.
Restaurants and shopsTenant layouts, permit drawings and coordination.
Before and after

What finished work looks like.

Drag the handle to compare. Representative illustration of the kind of project we do.

After: a living room with a bright updated living room with a smooth ceiling, wide-plank floors, lighter curtains and a simple fireplace surroundBefore: a living room with a dark living room with a low popcorn ceiling, worn carpet and heavy curtainsBeforeAfter
A dark dated living room made bright, open and welcoming. From a dark living room with a low popcorn ceiling, worn carpet and heavy curtains to a bright updated living room with a smooth ceiling, wide-plank floors, lighter curtains and a simple fireplace surround.
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What we do in East Nashville

Architecture services for East Nashville.

Every service below is available in East Nashville and the surrounding area.

Urgent and Expedited Design Services in Nashville and Middle TennesseeUrgent and Expedited Design ServicesFast-track design and drawing support when a deadline, a lease, a sale or a damaged building cannot wait.Explore Design Consultation in Nashville and Middle TennesseeDesign ConsultationPaid design guidance by the hour or the day for owners who need professional advice on a plan…Explore Kitchen and Bath Remodel Design in Nashville and Middle TennesseeKitchen and Bath Remodel DesignKitchens and bathrooms planned for workflow, storage, light and ventilation, with details a builder can follow.Explore Home Additions and Expansions in Nashville and Middle TennesseeHome Additions and ExpansionsNew rooms and wings designed to match your home, with roof lines, materials and structure planned together.Explore Interior Design Services in Nashville and Middle TennesseeInterior Design ServicesInteriors planned alongside the architecture: layouts, materials, color, lighting and furnishings that feel like one idea.Explore Construction Administration in Nashville and Middle TennesseeConstruction AdministrationSupport during construction: site visits, questions, submittal review and keeping the building true to the design.Explore
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Resources and guides for East Nashville

Find the right plan for your project.

USGBC Green Building Council explained for Nashville and Middle TennesseeResourceUSGBCA nonprofit that promotes sustainable building practices and publishes the LEED rating system for green buildings.Learn more Tennessee Historical Commission Preservation Resources explained for Nashville and Middle TennesseeResourceTennessee Historical CommissionThe state commission that works to preserve and promote Tennessee history, with state and federal preservation programs.Learn more Architectural Styles Compared explained for Nashville and Middle TennesseeComparison guideArchitectural StylesCraftsman, farmhouse, colonial, ranch, contemporary and other house styles common in Middle Tennessee, compared by look, layout and…Learn more
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Lot Setback and Buildable Area Planner

A two-minute tool for East Nashville projects. We confirm everything on your property before we begin.

How it works

From first call to a building that works.

  1. 01

    Call and describe it

    You tell us what you want to build or fix, and we set a visit that fits your day.

  2. 02

    Visit and measure

    We look at the property or building, take measurements, talk through goals and note anything that affects design, such as slopes, structure and rules.

  3. 03

    Concept and options

    We sketch plans and options, you choose a direction and receive a plain written scope before detailed design begins.

  4. 04

    Design and documents

    We refine the design, coordinate engineers and prepare drawings and notes that builders can price and reviewers can approve.

  5. 05

    Permits and bidding

    We submit for permits, answer comments and help you compare builder proposals.

  6. 06

    Build and close out

    We answer questions during construction, review products, visit the site and walk through the finished work with you.

Questions

Architecture questions in East Nashville.

Do you design homes and commercial buildings in East Nashville, TN?

Yes. We design, plan, renovate and add to homes and commercial buildings in East Nashville and across Davidson County and nearby communities, from a single room to a whole building.

Do you take small jobs?

Yes. A kitchen redesign, a porch, a set of permit drawings or a consultation is welcome, and so is a plan for a whole house or several buildings.

How soon can you visit?

We schedule Free Estimates as quickly as we can. Call and we will tell you honestly when we can be there.

Do I need to commit before the estimate?

No. The Free Estimate comes with no obligation. You approve a written scope before design work begins.

What do I get before I commit?

A written estimate listing the phases, the deliverables, the consultants, the meetings and the schedule, so you can compare proposals on equal terms.

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Also serving neighboring communities.

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